ADAM KEIGHRAN has loved playing stand-off for Wigan but cannot wait to see Bevan French replace him.
Aussie centre Keighran has helped out in the pivotal role for the Super League champions while his fellow countryman recovers from a hamstring injury.
But French, fittingly, is back for tonight's crucial clash in France.
Matt Peet has named the 28-year-old superstar in his squad to face Catalans - who hand a debut to former New Zealand RU 7s winger Ben Lam - as they chase top spot. Keighran, 27, said: "You know what he's like - Bevan's the reigning Man of Steel so you know he's a big asset.
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